Fluorapatite with Dolomite, Pyrrhotite (1428)
specimen number:
9771149
location:
Morro Velho Mine, Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil
description:
A colorless lustrous mostly gemmy tabular crystal of fluorapatite 4.0 cm across on a matrix of crystallized dolomite with minor pyrrhotite. This is in good condition. Very choice for the species from this locality.
Size: 8.0 x 6.0 x 2.2 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: J.F. Rakovan
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